Pilgrimage tours

Vaishno Devi & Kashmir

Begin with Mata Vaishno Devi, then continue into the valley for Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam.

Trip at a glance

Duration8 days / 7 nights
Starts inKatra (Vaishno Devi)
RouteKatra (Vaishno Devi) · Srinagar · Gulmarg ·…
Places4 destinations
StateJammu & Kashmir, India
Ideal forPilgrimage tours, Family holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-FB10AX

Best time to visit: March to October

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Bhairon Nath Temple – Katra (Vaishno Devi)

Katra (Vaishno Devi), Jammu & Kashmir

Trip overview

Begin with Mata Vaishno Devi, then continue into the valley for Srinagar, Gulmarg and Pahalgam.

The route spends 2 nights in Katra (Vaishno Devi), 2 nights in Srinagar, 1 night in Gulmarg and 2 nights in Pahalgam, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits pilgrimage tours and family holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Mata Vaishno Devi BhawanBhairon Nath TempleArdhkuwariDal Lake shikara rideNishat and Shalimar BaghIndira Gandhi Memorial Tulip GardenGulmarg GondolaGulmarg meadowsSt Mary's ChurchBetaab Valley

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Katra (Vaishno Devi)

Arrive via Jammu Airport (IXJ) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Bhairon Nath Temple: Visited after darshan, reached by ropeway

Day 2Katra (Vaishno Devi): Ardhkuwari and Jammu's Raghunath Temple

Ardhkuwari: Halfway cave shrine
Jammu's Raghunath Temple: Temple complex in Jammu city

Day 3Katra (Vaishno Devi) to Srinagar

Travel from Katra (Vaishno Devi) to Srinagar by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Srinagar hotel
Shankaracharya Temple: Hilltop temple over the city

Day 4Srinagar: Hazratbal Shrine and Dal Lake shikara ride

Hazratbal Shrine: White marble shrine on the lake
Dal Lake shikara ride: Gondola ride past houseboats and markets

Day 5Srinagar to Gulmarg

Travel from Srinagar to Gulmarg by private vehicle
Check in at your Gulmarg hotel
Gulmarg Gondola: Cable car to Kongdori and Apharwat

Day 6Gulmarg to Pahalgam

Travel from Gulmarg to Pahalgam by private vehicle
Check in at your Pahalgam hotel
Betaab Valley: Green valley named after a film

Day 7Pahalgam: Aru Valley and Chandanwari

Aru Valley: Meadows and trek base
Chandanwari: Start of the Amarnath trek

Day 8Depart from Pahalgam

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Srinagar Airport (SXR) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Darshan and aarti timings planned around temple hours
Online darshan or registration booked through official channels where available
Comfortable pace and short walks planned for elders
Dress codes and rules for each shrine shared before you go
Daily drives kept short, with stops for children

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Katra (Vaishno Devi): Register for the yatra (RFID card) before starting; helicopter seats must be booked on the official shrine board site.
Srinagar: Spend one night on a houseboat and the rest in a hotel; it gives you both experiences.
Gulmarg: Book gondola tickets online the day before; they sell out quickly in peak season.
Pahalgam: Local union taxis are required for Aru, Betaab and Chandanwari; we include them in your quote.

At a glance

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Route: Katra (Vaishno Devi), Srinagar, Gulmarg, Pahalgam
Ideal for: Pilgrimage tours, Family holidays
Best time: March to October; December to March for snow; May to September for meadows; April to October
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-FB10AX

Plan this trip

Request a customised quote

Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 7 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Private air-conditioned vehicle for transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary
Pick-up and drop at the arrival and departure point
Driver allowances, tolls, parking and fuel for the itinerary route
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

Flights or train tickets unless added to your quote
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Entry tickets, camera fees and optional activities unless stated
Personal expenses such as laundry, tips and shopping
Travel insurance
GST as applicable

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Katra (Vaishno Devi): March to October. Srinagar: March to October. Gulmarg: December to March for snow; May to September for meadows. Pahalgam: April to October.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Katra (Vaishno Devi) (Jammu Airport (IXJ), about 50 km). We can add flights or train tickets from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

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